Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth enters the 2026 governor’s race, joining a crowded GOP field aiming to unseat Democrat ...

A 14-hour detour is set for I-90 in Austin on Nov. 8 as crews install guardrails and lighting near the Fourth Street NW bridge. Both directions will close from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. with signed detours in ...

Following court orders, the Trump administration will use emergency funds to provide partial SNAP benefits in November, impacting food assistance for thousands of Minnesotans amid a government ...

For 25 straight seasons, the Hebrink family has had a player on Austin High’s varsity basketball teams—a unique legacy now ...

The Albert Lea/Austin Walk to End Alzheimer’s raised over $38,000, uniting 219 participants to support local families and fund dementia research. Donations are accepted through Dec. 31.

Mower County first responders receive advanced medical devices through opioid grant funding, aiming to improve emergency care ...

Minnesota hires a third-party auditor to review 14 high-risk Medicaid programs after fraud concerns, aiming to stop improper ...

Hayfield eighth grader Hadley Doman is making history as the first Hayfield girl to reach the state cross country meet in 20 ...

Hormel Foods' summer internship program is again ranked among the nation’s best by Vault, recognized for career development, ...

Support adults with disabilities at the People First Aktion Club fundraiser Nov. 3 at Austin Pizza Ranch and explore ...

After a 30-4 season and three straight national tournament appearances, Riverland men’s basketball aims to keep its winning ...

Austin voters face a $66.7 million school referendum Tuesday that could impact local taxes and school upgrades—make sure your ...